RR-0237663 - Project Manager - Onsite_KSA

DXC.technology; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee SAP S/4HANA implementation. The role involves managing daily delivery, ensuring project alignment to scope, budget and quality standards, and leading cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, project management certification and 10–12 years of relevant experience, including managing SAP projects. Excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary. The position promotes collaborative work environments and flexibility.

Benefits

In-person collaboration

Flexible work model

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is essential.
• 10–12 years of IT project management experience required.
• At least 5+ years in SAP implementation projects essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily delivery of workstreams within SAP S/4HANA implementation.
• Ensure alignment with project scope, budget and quality standards.
• Lead workstream stand-ups and progress reviews.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA modules knowledge

Project Management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field

Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Description: Project Manager (SAP S/4HANA Implementation)

Job Summary

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing the day‑to‑day delivery of assigned workstreams within the SAP S/4HANA implementation program. This role ensures that project activities are executed according to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards while aligning with overall program objectives.

The Project Manager will act as the bridge between business stakeholders, SAP consultants, technical teams, and the Program Management Office (PMO). This includes managing workstream execution, risks, dependencies, change requests, and ensuring timely delivery of milestones.

Key Processes

• Project Planning & Scheduling (aligned to SAP Activate)
• Workstream Delivery Management (Functional, Technical, Data, Testing, or Integration)
• Scope & Change Request Management
• RAID Log (Risks, Actions, Issues, Dependencies) Management
• Milestone Tracking & Reporting
• Cross-Stream Coordination (with PMO, Functional, Technical, Data, and Testing Leads)
• Budget & Resource Management at workstream level
• Stakeholder Communication & Status Reporting
• Quality Assurance & Compliance with Methodology
• Go-Live & Hypercare Support Coordination

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage the detailed project plan for assigned workstreams, ensuring alignment with program-level timelines.
• Lead daily/weekly workstream stand-ups and progress reviews, ensuring clear ownership of deliverables.
• Track and manage risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating to the Program Director/PMO as required.
• Monitor and control scope, cost, and schedule, raising change requests where necessary.
• Ensure deliverables are completed in accordance with SAP Activate methodology and quality standards.
• Collaborate with functional and technical leads on requirements, configuration, integration, and testing activities.
• Coordinate with data migration, security, and infrastructure teams for cross-cutting dependencies.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, providing timely and transparent communication on progress and challenges.
• Support program governance forums, preparing dashboards, reports, and presentations for steering committees.
• Ensure testing cycles (SIT, UAT, regression) are executed smoothly, with issues tracked and resolved.
• Participate in cutover planning, execution, and hypercare, ensuring readiness of systems, teams, and processes.
• Foster a collaborative environment between stakeholders, SAP consultants, and delivery teams.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or equivalent) required.
• SAP Activate Project Manager certification preferred.
• ITIL or equivalent service management certification desirable.

Experience

• 10–12 years of overall IT project management experience, with at least 5+ years in SAP implementation projects.
• Experience managing end-to-end SAP S/4HANA or ECC rollout/upgrade projects.
• Proven track record of managing cross‑functional teams (functional, technical, data, testing, and integration).
• Experience in scope control, change management, and vendor coordination.
• Familiarity with public sector or large enterprise transformation programs in KSA/GCC is highly desirable.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Good understanding of SAP S/4HANA modules (FI/CO, MM, SD, HCM, Procurement, Analytics).
• Knowledge of SAP project lifecycles (Activate methodology).
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and collaboration tools (Teams, Jira, Confluence, etc.).
• Familiarity with integration (SAP PI/CPI, APIs), data migration tools, and testing frameworks.
• Ability to manage project financials (budget tracking, effort variance, invoicing support).

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills across technical and business stakeholders.
• Ability to lead and motivate cross‑functional teams.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making ability under pressure.
• Customer‑focused mindset with sensitivity to cultural context in KSA.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills for managing dependencies and escalations.

Work Environment & Conditions

• Based in KSA with close collaboration with stakeholders and project teams.
• Requires flexibility during peak periods such as testing, cutover, and hyper‑care.
• Frequent interaction with customer teams, SAP consultants, and offshore/nearshore delivery teams.
• Exposure to a fast‑paced consulting and transformation program environment.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in‑person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.